Chimpy’s job approval rating surgesin thenew ARG poll, up from his all-time low of 19%.

Increased approval among Republicans has moved George W. Bush’s overall job approval to 24% according to the latest survey from the American Research Group. Those disapproving of the way Bush is handling his job and the economy remain at or near record highs for American Research Group polling during Bush’s tenure in office as 86% of Americans say the national economy is getting worse and 66% say the national economy is in a recession.

Among all Americans, 24% approve of the way Bush is handling his job as president and 75% disapprove. When it comes to Bush’s handling of the economy, 18% approve and 80% disapprove.